Myocardial infarction and haemorrhagic stroke as a rare presentation of acute aortic dissection: a fatal case report

Author:

Lasa-Berasain Pablo1ORCID,Salas Pablo Raposo2ORCID,Azparren Edurne Erice1ORCID,Sanz Eva Regidor1ORCID

Affiliation:

1. Department of Critical Care Medicine, Navarre University Hospital , Irunlarrea 3, 31008, Pamplona, Navarre , Spain

2. Department of Cardiology, Navarre University Hospital , Irunlarrea 3, 31008, Pamplona, Navarre , Spain

Abstract

Abstract Background Type A acute aortic dissection (AAD) is an extremely severe condition, having a high risk of mortality. Initial diagnosis can be deceptive, especially in patients with other confounding presentations. Case summary We present the case of a 60-year-old male with a history of endovascular aortic repair for abdominal aortic dissection, in whom a diagnosis of AAD was made, but almost missed, after he presented with stroke signs and left coronary myocardial infarction. Thorough clinical evaluation and point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) were fundamental to the diagnosis of the underlying condition, which showed the intimal flap in the ascending aorta, aortic insufficiency, and a dissected left common carotid artery. The diagnosis was confirmed with a head and thoracic computed tomography scan, which also showed bilateral haemorrhagic strokes. Treatment options can be limited in patients with AAD with associated complications. After a careful multidisciplinary evaluation, life-sustaining therapy was withdrawn and the patient passed away. Discussion Our case depicts the diagnosis challenge presented by patients with AAD. We emphasize the importance of clinical suspicion and POCUS examination for the diagnosis of the underlying condition, as it is frequently missed during first evaluation. We discuss the available literature regarding the prevalence and described mechanisms by which AAD can associate occlusion myocardial infarction, which more commonly involves the right coronary artery, as well as haemorrhagic stroke. We briefly mention management options, which are limited and controversial.

Publisher

Oxford University Press (OUP)

Subject

Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

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